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         JULY 2024                                           PALM CITY COMMUNITY CENTER, 2701 S.W. CORNELL AVE., PALM CITY
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      President’s Message




         July is the best month of the year and not because it’s                    We’re always thinking about our educators and students here at the Palm City Chamber,
       my birth month, but we get to celebrate our independence                   so we are collecting backpacks and supplies for our Non-Profit of the Month, Elev8 Hope.
       and freedoms in this country. Thank you to those who are                   If you’d like to participate in our effort to make sure our students have the fundamental
       or have served this country to help us maintain those innate               things they need for school, please drop off backpacks and any school supplies to the Palm
       and inalienable rights!                                                    City Chamber office located at the Palm City Community Center, 2701 SW Cornell Ave. in
         At the end of June, the Palm City Chamber hosted our                     Palm City.
       Annual Legislative Update breakfast at New Hope Fellowship.                                                           David L Bradford Jr, CFP , CEPA ®
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       This year Martin County District 5 Commissioner Ed Ciampi                                                      President, Palm City Chamber of Commerce
       emceed a panel which included Florida State Representative                                                             Financial Advisor – Edward Jones
       Toby Overdorf and Florida Representative John Snyder. As
       always, the conversation is centered around the impacts from
       state legislation on our local economy and environmental
       issues. Martin County School Board Chair Jennifer Russell also had an opportunity to address
       those in attendance with an update on the Martin County School District and the upcoming
       vote on the milage to support education in Martin County.

           Community Champion























           Over  two  days,  more  than  100  community  members  attended  the  highly
         anticipated tour of the new Stuart Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County building.
         The event showcased the club’s extensive offerings and provided a preview of the
         state-of-the-art facilities set to open in the fall of 2024.
           Attendees had the opportunity to explore the new indoor gymnasium, performing
         arts studio, commercial kitchen, and classroom spaces. They also learned about
         the club’s innovative programs, including three workforce labs designed to equip
         youth with essential skills for future employment. Additionally, the new facility
         will offer before-care services for middle school students, providing a safe and
         enriching environment before the school day begins.
           “We are thrilled to see such an incredible turnout from the community,” said
         Keith “Fletch” Fletcher, President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin
         County. “The new Stuart Club is a testament to our commitment to providing
         exceptional resources and opportunities for our youth. We are excited to open our
         doors this fall and welcome members to a space designed to inspire and support
         their growth.”
           Membership applications for the new Stuart Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin
         County are now available. For more information on how to become a member or
         to learn more about the club’s offerings, please visit www.bgcmartin.org or contact
         the Administrative Office at (772) 545-1255.
           The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County is dedicated to enabling all young
         people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as
         productive, caring, responsible citizens. With a variety of programs focused on
         academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles, the Boys
         & Girls Clubs provide a safe and nurturing environment for youth to thrive.
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